How important is accountability to the success of a company? Without it, a company cannot improve its performance. If each team member feels invested in the success of the business they are a part of, the sky is truly the limit. As part of our business coach advice, let’s point out five clear benefits where accountability is implemented in a … Read More
New Tax Plan Changes
The goal of any tax policy should be pretty simple: raise the required revenue to pay for whatever government actually—minimally—needs to do. And the government should do those things as fairly and neutrally as possible. What do the new tax plan changes propose to do and what kind of trends could happen as a result? The Current Tax System Is … Read More
The Most Important Taxpayer Rights to Know
Most of you probably know that breaking tax rules, even if on accident, can bring serious consequences like an audit, but you should know your important taxpayer rights as well. Below we’re outlining what your rights are in case you run into a problem with the IRS. Important Taxpayer Rights The Taxpayer Bill of Rights, which the IRS adopted in 2014, … Read More
Small Business CPA Advice
Some hair salon owners worked with their CPA to create an effective low-cost marketing campaign which targeted lapsed and new customers to increase sales. The campaign was traditional but still very effective, another example of how small business CPA advice really can improve growth. About The Client They run a small hair salon in New York. After years of running … Read More
Important Information About IRS Forms 1099
Here is important info about IRS Forms 1099 as they’re arriving in your mailboxes this year: 1. Generally, businesses must issue the forms to any payee (other than a corporation) who receives $600 or more during the year. That’s just the basic rule, but of course there are many exceptions. That’s why you probably get a Form 1099 for every … Read More
Why You Should File Early This Year
For an estimated 153 million Americans, January means the beginning of tax season. The official kickoff is Monday, January 23. If reminders about tax time make you want to hit the snooze button until spring, lend your ears. Putting off your taxes can make you a mess come April 18, which is this year’s filing deadline. The IRS encourages early … Read More
Four Ways to Grow Your Business
Four Roads to a Thriving Business According to most people, there are only four ways to grow your business: Increase the number of customers Get them coming back more often Increase the average spend Improve the effectiveness of every business process For instance, a local art gallery worked with their trusted CPA to improve their profitability significantly by running a … Read More
Tax Moves to Make Before New Year
As the end of the year gets closer, unfortunately it’s time to think about taxes and make some moves. The tax season may seem far off, but this is the time of year to get the ball rolling. Let’s look at some easy steps to take that could help you in the springtime: Deduct Contributing to charity is a great … Read More
New IRS Tool to View Tax Balance
The IRS has announced the launch of a new online tool to help taxpayers. This new IRS.gov tool allows taxpayers to view their tax account balance online. The balance includes any amount owed for tax, as well as penalties and interest for each tax year. Once you look at your balance, you can take advantage of online payment options. These include direct pay, … Read More
Start With a 4-Figure Income
Don’t worry about chasing the dream of having a 7 figure income. Start more reasonably. Try to focus on building a 4 figure income first. To Be Clear Yeah, 4 figures might not be a huge amount of money to you. You can’t buy a mansion with it. But 4 figures is enough to start seeing things materialize. 4 figures … Read More